Asst. Professor Biochemistry​/Molecular Biology of Brain Health

Asst. Professor Biochemistry/Molecular Biology of Brain Health

All applicants must apply online at USCJobs at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..edu
. Applications must include: (1) a cover letter summarizing the applicant’s area of expertise; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a research plan (no more than five pages), with emphasis on components related to brain health and neurological disease research; (4) a one-page statement of teaching interests; and (5) the names and email addresses of three references.

Review of applications will begin September 15, 2025, and continue until November 30, 2025. Inquiries about this position may be directed to Dr.

F. Wayne Outten (woutten).

USC is developing a unique hospital that will house the Palmetto State’s first standalone comprehensive medical facility dedicated entirely to integrated care of patients with brain and nervous system illnesses. The center will be co-located with the new USC Health Sciences Campus. Successful candidates are expected to develop a cutting‑edge, externally funded research program that integrates with existing brain health research at USC, build strong collaborations with clinicians and researchers at the newly established USC clinical neurological care and rehabilitation center, teach graduate and/or undergraduate courses in the department, and provide service to the University, profession, and community.

• Ph.D. in biochemistry, molecular biology, structural biology, chemical biology, chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of postdoctoral experience by the start date of employment.
• Research experience in areas such as molecular mechanisms of stroke and ischemia injury, neurobiology, neurochemistry, neurodegenerative diseases, or neuro‑oncology.
• Experience applying genomic, proteomic, and transcriptomic techniques to study brain health at the molecular level.

• Additional expertise in neurobiology, neurogenetics, or translational neuroscience.
• A strong publication record in high‑impact peer‑reviewed journals.
• Demonstrated success in securing external research funding.

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Research Portfolio
• List of References and Contact Information
• Teaching Statement

• Additional publications
• Acknowledgements of diversity, equity, and inclusion achievements
• Professional membership letters

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